POWER PAINTER PRO EZ TILT power painter ™ ® POWER PAINTER PLUS Owner’s Manual POWER PAINTER MAX Read this manual for complete instructions Français - page 19 / Español - página 37 Contents 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0312 Important Safety Information Before You Begin Features Cup Mode Setup Remote Suction Hoses Setup Backpack Kit Setup Spray Controls Priming with the Remote Suction Hoses • Form No.
Important Safety Safety Information Read all safety information before operating the equipment. Save these instructions Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. a) To reduce the risks of fire or explosion, electrical shock and the injury to persons, read and understand all instructions included in this manual. Be familiar with the controls and proper usage of the equipment. Grounding Instructions This product must be grounded.
Safetyyou begin: Before This page contains information that is necessary in order to operate the sprayer properly. Material Preparation: • It is important to mix the material thoroughly before you begin. Do not shake the material to mix it. Always stir the material gently but thoroughly before use. • Remove any skin that has formed on the top of the material. Do not mix the skin into the material. The skin can break up and clog the sprayer. Older paint may need to be strained.
Features Start a2 The spray gun you have purchased will have some or all of the features and accessories shown here. Refer to the graphic, right, and the chart, below.
Cup Mode Setup Start 1 2 3 Recommended for small to medium jobs 2 Note: The cup will give you approximately 3-5 minutes of continuous spraying time depending upon the cup size. iMPORTANT: Avoid running the cup dry. An empty cup will allow air to become sucked into the sprayer, which leads to globbing and spitting. Note: Some of the graphics in this manual may not exactly match your sprayer. All information and instructions given in this manual applies to all models except where noted.
Remote Suction Hose Setup 1 2 (optional) Start Recommended for medium to large jobs Note: A 75% duty cycle is recommended when spraying with the remote suction hoses. For example, trigger the gun for 15 seconds, and then allow the gun to remain idle (untriggered) for 5 seconds. iMPORTANT: Avoid running the container dry. An empty container will allow air to get sucked into the sprayer, which leads to globbing and spitting. 1. Remove the cup See steps 1-3, previous page. 2.
Backpack Kit Setup 1 2 3 (a) (d) (optional) Start (c) Recommended for medium to large jobs Note: A 75% duty cycle is recommended when spraying with the backpack kit. For example, trigger the gun for 15 seconds, and then allow the gun to remain idle (untriggered) for 5 seconds. iMPORTANT: Avoid running the backpack dry. An empty backpack will allow air to get sucked into the sprayer, which leads to globbing and spitting.
Power Painter Max Spray Controls Start Power Painter Pro Material Select Lever: Refer to the information given in the previous column. Electronic Speed Control: Notice: The spray controls vary depending upon the model of sprayer you have. Refer to this page in order to learn about the controls of your particular sprayer. The electronic speed control is displayed by the two green lights on the right side of the control panel (a). The Power Painter Max offers two speed levels (lo / hi).
Priming with the Remote Suction Hoses Start 1a 1b 2 or PAINT Notice: Follow these steps if you plan to spray while using the remote suction hoses or the backpack kit. Notes: • The time needed to prime will vary from 30 seconds to 3 minutes depending upon the thickness of the material you are spraying.
Safety Practice Spraying Start 1 2 LOW LEVEL PAINT You will need: 3 SPEED HOLD TO RESET LOW LEVEL or • a scrap piece of wood or cardboard or Important - read before spraying Priming the Sprayer Once you are ready to spray, it may take 20 seconds for material to spray after you pull the trigger. The sprayer may sound choppy, while at the same time spit or spray large globs briefly prior to the spray coming out in a fine mist. This is normal.
Spraying Technique 1 2 Keep stroke even Aproximately 10 to 14 inches* Adjusting the spray tip assembly: Start The adjustable spray tip assembly produces a pattern that can be adjusted horizontally or vertically. Rotate the spray adjustment guard (b) as shown. Spraying horizontally (side to side): b Start stroke Pull trigger Release trigger End stroke * Slower speeds (if equipped) will allow to you get closer to the spray surface. 1.
Cleanup (cup mode) 1 2 3 (a) Start You will need: • Waste container • Cleaner nozzle and lubricant • Warm soapy water if you sprayed latex materials • Mineral spirits if you sprayed oil-based materials Make sure you clean the sprayer in a well-ventilated area whenever cleaning with flammable solvents. The sprayer contains electrical parts. Do not submerge the sprayer into any liquids. 4 4. Turn the tip nut counterclockwise and remove the adjustable spray tip assembly.
8 9 10 (a) 8. Clean all parts thoroughly with the brush provided using a solution appropriate to the type of material you sprayed. 9. important: Make sure to completely remove all material from the inside of the piston chamber by scrubbing with the brush. Even a small amount of material can dry like glue and keep the piston from moving, causing damage to the sprayer. latex materials Only 11 12 10.
Cleanup (remote suction hoses / backpack kit) Start 1 2 3 1. Unplug the sprayer. Remove the remote suction set from the material container / backpack assembly and submerge into a container of the solvent appropriate to the type of material you sprayed. 2. Plug in the sprayer. Squeeze the trigger and spray into a waste container until the cleaning solution comes through the sprayer for a couple of minutes. 3. Unplug the sprayer. Remove the remote suction set housing from the sprayer.
Reassembly / Maintenance Start 1 2 3 You will need: • Scrap piece of wood or cardboard • Lubricant Note: Power Painter Max only - Refer to page 58 to see the proper way to repack the sprayer and components ito the carrying case. 4 1. Slide the spring onto the front end of the piston. Insert the piston into the back of the pump housing. 5 2. Insert the pump housing assembly into the front of the sprayer. 6 (a) 3. Place the locking nut onto the pump housing.
Any attempt to open the motor housing or repair any electrical parts within the unit by anyone other than an authorized repair technician could cause serious injury and will void the warranty. Troubleshooting Problem A: Motor will not run 1. Cause No power at wall outlet. Electrical problem or defective motor. Solution Try new wall outlet. Take to Authorized Service Center for repair. Problem B: Motor has a low hum and does not spray 1.
Troubleshooting Problem E: Excessive fogging 1. 2. Cause Material selector set too high Holding sprayer too far from work surface Solution Set material selector to ‘stain’ Hold sprayer closer to work surface Problem F: Runs and sags in paint 1. Cause Arm movement too slow, holding spray gun too close or work surface, or applying too much paint at one time Solution See section on spraying (page 8) Problem G: Material drips from spray tip or guard 1. Cause Guard is for safety and cannot be removed.
Replacement parts Atomizer valve: The atomizer valve is shaped to cause the material to spin as it comes out of the sprayer. The spinning breaks the material up into a fine spray. As more material goes through the atomizer valve, it wears out the valve and the shape of the valve changes. When it changes too much to produce a good spray pattern, the valve needs to be replaced. 1 Front view of a good atomizer valve. Start Notice: Parts of your sprayer wear out with use and require regular replacement.
Parts List • Liste de pièces • Lista de piezas (a) (b) (q) (c) (d) (i) (e) (f) (j) (*) (g) (*) (s) (*) (*) (k) (h) (*) (r1) (*) (r2) (q1) (l) (m) (o) (*) (n) (p) English Français Español 56
Parts List • Liste de pièces • Lista de piezas Item Article Articulo Part No. Nº de piéce Pieza No.
Repacking diagram Schéma de remballage Diagrama para volver a embalar (Power Painter Max only) (Power Painter Max uniquement) (Solo dispositivo Power Painter Max) Follow the diagram below in order to properly fit the sprayer and components into the carrying case. Suivre le schéma ci-dessous afin de replacer correctement le pulvérisateur et ses pièces dans le boîtier de transport. Siga el siguiente diagrama para ajustar adecuadamente el pulverizador y los componentes en el estuche.
WAGNER ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY - Keep on File GARANTIE LIMITÉE D’UN AN - À conserver GARANTíA LIMITADA POR UN AÑO - Manténgala archivada This product, manufactured by Wagner Spray Tech Corporation (Wagner) is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for one year following date of purchase if operated in accordance with Wagner’s printed recommendations and instructions. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from improper use, accidents, user’s negligence or normal wear.
